Overview
Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-track Professor/ Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor in Non-communicable Diseases (several posts), School of Public Health (Ref.: 536299), to commence as soon as possible on a three-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal, and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract, subject to satisfactory performance. Exceptionally outstanding candidates may be considered for appointment on tenure terms.
Applicants should possess (i) a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, or a related discipline; (ii) prior research experience in non-communicable disease epidemiology; (iii) a strong track record of high-quality research as indicated by publication record and external grants; (iv) evidence of international recognition with a demonstrated ability to work across discipline towards new research initiatives; and (v) a strong commitment to teaching students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
The appointees are expected to conduct independent and collaborative scholarly research, publish research articles in high-impact journals, and attract competitive grants to maintain active research programmes; take part in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and supervise research postgraduate students; and perform administrative duties. The appointment rank will be determined based on qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
The School of Public Health is committed to protecting and enhancing health for all people, through the synthesis of state-of-the-science research, the dissemination of knowledge through education and training and effective evidence-based public health advocacy. The School is structured into six academic divisions: Behavioural Sciences, Community Medicine and Public Health Practice, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Health Economics, Policy and Management, Kinesiology, and Public Health Laboratory Sciences. To learn more about the School, please visit http://sph.hku.hk.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable.
The University only accepts online applications for the above posts. Applicants should apply online at https://jobs.hku.hk/en/job/536299/tenuretrack-professor-associate-professor-assistant-professor-in-noncommunicable-diseases-several-posts-school-of-public-health and upload an up-to-date CV, a research statement, and a teaching statement. Please state in the application form the position and the academic division in the School that you are applying for, and provide contact emails of three referees. Please include in the CV your ORCID website link, H-index (as per Scopus), total number of international peer-reviewed publications, and the number of first-authored papers. Review of applications will start from July 23, 2026 and continue until November 22, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.
About University of Hong Kong, School of Public Health
Ranked 11th in QS and 33rd in THE world university rankings, the University of Hong Kong is a leading research-led comprehensive university in Asia with an international outlook. English is the medium of research, teaching and administration. Career opportunities spanning a broad spectrum of professions are offered across different academic disciplines/inter-disciplines and various professional services units. We offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, and supported prospects for professional growth and advancement.
